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Return of foreign nationals

Foreign nationals who have no right of residence in the Netherlands must leave the country. The government will help, for instance by providing financial assistance. Anyone who does not leave voluntarily can be expelled. Foreign nationals who are not allowed to stay are responsible for their own departure. Those who wish to return to their country of origin voluntarily can get assistance.

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Repatriation and Departure Service celebrates 10 years

14-11-2017 | 13:18

‘The government is strongly committed to European cooperation in preventing and solving conflicts which give rise to migration. ...

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  • Asylum policy
  • Infographic Return process for adult foreign nationals
  • Repatriation and Departure Service
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